Test Engineer

Sierra Wireless; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Wireless in Ipoh, Malaysia is seeking an engineer to support Test Development Engineering through hardware and software development, circuit validation, and NPI/sustaining programs.

The role covers test hardware development, software tools, circuit validation, documentation, and cross-functional project execution; fresh graduates welcome with strong analytical and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Computer, or Software Engineering.
• Basic knowledge of analog and digital electronics.
• Basic knowledge of software development principles and programming concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Develop test hardware and PCB layouts for reliability and test boards.
• Develop and maintain software tools to improve productivity.
• Validate and troubleshoot circuits and perform bench evaluations.
• Create and maintain test plans, validation matrices, and reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics/Computer/Software Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

Job description

Job Summary:

Provides engineering support to the Test Development Engineering team through test hardware development, software development, circuit validation, and project execution activities supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and sustaining programs.

Responsibilities:

Test Hardware Development (35%)

• PCB schematic capture for reliability and test boards
• PCB layout for reliability and test boards
• Component and PCB library creation and maintenance
• Support hardware design reviews and documentation
• Support hardware architecture standardization initiatives

Software Development & Automation (30%)

• Develop and maintain software tools to improve engineering productivity
• Support automation of engineering workflows and test-related processes
• Develop utilities for data collection, analysis, reporting, and visualization
• Maintain and enhance internally developed engineering applications

Circuit Design & Validation (20%)

• Validate and troubleshoot custom circuitry
• Solder and desolder prototype circuits and components
• Perform bench evaluation, measurement, and verification of hardware designs
• Document validation results and recommendations

Project Execution & Documentation (15%)

• Support AER lot execution and monitoring
• Maintain PLM documentation and engineering records
• Create and maintain test plans, validation matrices, and engineering reports
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project execution

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related discipline.
• Basic knowledge of analog and digital electronics.
• Basic knowledge of software development principles and programming concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Fresh graduate or 0-1-year related experience

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with PCB schematic capture and layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer).
• Knowledge of programming languages such as C#, Python, VB.NET, or similar.
• Familiarity with software development, scripting, and automation concepts.
• Experience with laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, logic analyzers, and power supplies.
• Knowledge of semiconductor test, product qualification, or reliability testing concepts.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).